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Auburn, California

The Statues of Ken Fox

A dentist's hated concrete colossi are now beloved icons of the community.
The Foresthill Bridge and the bridge it was meant to replace.

Auburn, California

Foresthill Bridge

The tallest bridge in California was constructed for a project that was eventually cancelled.
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Coloma, California

James Marshall Monument

His discovery kicked off the Gold Rush. One of the hands on this commemorative statue points to the spot where he found the precious metal.
12 miles from Auburn

Folsom, California

Mormon Island

This former boomtown "island" is now submerged below Folsom Lake.
13 miles from Auburn
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Placerville, California

Wakamatsu Farm

This short-lived tea and silk farm is believed to be the first permanent Japanese settlement in North America.
13 miles from Auburn
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Folsom, California

Folsom Prison Museum

This museum looks at the history of one of America's most famous prisons and most beloved albums.
14 miles from Auburn

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The Folsom Powerhouse

This 19th century hydroelectric powerhouse was the first of its kind.
15 miles from Auburn
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